2008 Warwick Old Bush Vines Pinotage

Stephen Tanzer
"91 pts ... Bright ruby-red. Sexy floral scents of dark berries, eucalyptus, cinnamon, pepper and licorice. Suave and vinous, with a compelling deep sweetness to the berry and cedar flavors. Smooth and classy pinotage with a light touch. Finishes with fine, mouthdusting tannins, excellent length and enough structure to support further improvement in bottle." -- 03/11

Winemaker's Notes
"This wine has a garnet colour with an intense mix of berries and fruits on the nose. The sweet and fresh pallet compliments the intense nose of this medium bodied wine. The ripe fruit and spicy finish makes this a very accessible and balanced wine."

Technical Notes
"The grapes were hand harvested and fermented three quarters of the way on the skins after which it was pressed and left to finish fermentation in tank. The wines were then aged for 14 months in second and third fill 225L medium toast Never barrels. 14.5% alc."